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Removal and Installation

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  1. Remove the air cleaner outlet pipe.
  2. Remove the drive belt.
  3. Using the special tool, remove the pulley.
    Fig 1: Removing Pulley
    G01269232Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  4. Loosen the clamp and remove the hose.
    Fig 2: Removing Hose
    G01269233Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  5. Disconnect the pressure line.
    • Remove and discard the seal.
      Fig 3: Disconnecting Pressure Line
      G01269234Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  6. Remove the bolts and the bracket.
    Fig 4: Removing Bracket
    G01269235Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  7. Remove the bolt and the power steering pump.
    Fig 5: Removing Power Steering Pump
    G01269236Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  8. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
    • Using the special tool, install a new seal on the pressure line.
      Fig 6: Installing New Seal On Pressure Line
      G01269237Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
  9. Fill, purge and leak test the system. For additional information, refer to GENERAL INFORMATION .